Gutter Downspout Splash Installation Instructions

Step 3 cut the end off the extension that will not be connecting to the downspout.

Gutter downspout splash installation instructions.

Be sure to practice ladder safety. The spout gutter outlet installation is complete. From the foundation or to an underground catchment system 10 ft. Install adequately sized gutters and downspouts.

Continue reading below our video of the day. Plan on one downspout per. Attach a 5 inch downspout pipe to the drop outlet using a coupler. Once the downspout extension is cut it is ready to connect.

All work up at gutter is done. Unkink and straighten before installation to avoid breaking the extension or pulling it off the downspout. Use utility scissors or a box cutter to cut along the line that s factory marked on the extension. Install front screws holding spout tightly up against bottom of gutter install two zip screws through front flange on spout into front of gutter.

Next mark the locations of the downspouts with an x. From the foundation that is not connected with the foundation drain system epa indoor airplus. Mark the measurements and make an outline on graph paper. Connect the downspouts to piping that will carry the water to a sloping final grade 5 ft.

Next attach a 45 degree elbow to the pipe with the mouth facing the wall. Begin measuring the roofline where the gutter will be installed adding together the lengths of each fascia. Adjust the angle of the splash block to ensure it slopes down and away from not toward the house. Then place another elbow flush against the wall with one end facing outward and the other pointing downwards.

You can cut the vinyl pipe to measure using a miter saw and smooth the edges using sandpaper. Measure the distance from the drain point of the rain gutter to the ground. Take the measurement from the outer edge of the shingle. You may need to do some digging.